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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1919
Page
2
The Independent Newspaper states it is published every evening except Sunday and reserves rights for Associated Press material and any news credited to it or not otherwise credited in this paper.
The public school system requires careful management by the head of schools who must appoint staff on technical qualifications and merit. Elected experienced leaders bear responsibility to oversee all educational matters while maintaining equity and avoiding expediency in staffing decisions.
The Standard invites prominent citizens to share views on a granite monument or memorial hall dedicated to old glory and the work of soldiers, with citizens asked to contribute insights through the paper.
The text discusses naming a monument peak east of Ogden to honor the 362nd infantry, proposing titles like The Boys of Ogden. It suggests a public memorial within the city with social and athletic facilities for returning soldiers, and praises women’s wartime sacrifices in support of Major Majors’ case and broader war efforts.
On May 9, 1899 Captain William A. Brown of the Ogden police was killed in a gun battle with two bandit brothers north of the Walter Wedel farm near Utah Hot Springs. Abe Majors and his Californian brother robbed a farmer en route to Brigham City, prompting a posse led by Captain Brown to pursue. The outlaws were cornered in a canyon. shots were exchanged, Brown and Abe Majors’ brother died, Abe Majors was captured and sentenced to death, and the narrative notes a sobering aftermath.
Amid postwar finance, analysts debate the next bond issue. A New York banker urges higher short term rates to attract capital as Secretary Glass signals a plan near 4 to 4.5 percent. With scarce funds, a three year treasury note at 4 to 4.75 percent could secure funding and mobilize investment without harming the nation.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses the need for cure and necessary funds, noting disturbances and costs during wartime. It mentions by the bo fwtergas and expensive usettud480 as unclear references, reflecting a degraded source with financial concern amid conflict.
A 1920s economic notice notes deflation dominates as prices fall, driving cautious buying. It highlights deep textile declines with cotton and wool prices slashed up to 25 percent, reports that war profits collapsed and firms cut deeply to restore demand, warning further cuts depend on cheaper cotton or lower living costs.
The text urges action against German occupation crimes in Belgium and northern France, highlighting petitions by French women and girls to condemn offenders under common law. It calls for orders and executions of those responsible to prevent recurrence. The appeal targets generals and officials linked to the atrocities.
The text argues that those who ordered crimes against women and children must be found and punished. It asserts that justice requires holding accountable any general who violated woman’s honor, warning future leaders to respect noncombatants and territory. The piece links punishment to America’s aims in the conflict.
Representative D. J. McKey was forced to return to Ogden from the state legislature late last week after an influenza attack. He was hospitalized at Dee Hospital and reported to be recovering rapidly. Colleagues will handle his duties until his Salt Lake return, expected within ten days.
Notice announces a Tuesday event on January 24 for initiation only. Applicants warned to be on hand early and directed to ensure new applicants attend. A novel feature will entertain the large turnout. C. A. Maccarthy notes the event.
The Morgan County Utah court session set for next Friday was postponed by Judge A. R. Pratt after Rome Mrist quarantine rules were issued by Morgan City and county health boards. The regulations require solitary confinement for four days and apply to all incorporated places in the county. The official notice outlines strict quarantine enforcement across Morgan County and its cities.
The note outlines strict Morgan County quarantine provisions for outsiders and travelers. It requires self-isolation for four days, official authorization for those entering by train, and penalties for noncompliance or violations within or returning to Morgan County. The text also mentions military personnel and a long list of soldiers receiving commendations or assignments.
Logan January 20 Thirty nine members of the 245th Field Artillery have been permitted to wear the gold service stripe denoting six months duty completed. These men were chosen as members of the advanced unit.
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